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Fougasse French Style Flatbread Recipe

A delicious and rustic French flatbread, perfect for any meal.
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Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: French
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Warm water
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Sugar
  • 1 packet Active dry yeast

Instructions 

  1. 1. In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
  2. 2. Add flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. 3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. 4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  5. 5. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. 6. Punch down the dough and shape it into a flat oval. Place it on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. 7. Use a sharp knife to make slashes in the dough, creating a leaf-like pattern.
  8. 8. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Bread, Flatbread, Fougasse
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